Sammi25

you are definitely not done! i also had a stall about 3 months out that lasted a few weeks before the weight started to slip off again. it sounds like you are doing exactly what you need to be doing! The best advice I got was to pump up my weights and mix up my cardio routine. that helped me a lot! And congrats on the awesome weight loss so far, don't be discouraged we ALL go through it and think it is the end of our weight loss, and it never is!

Hi! I am a little over a year out, and I will give you my facts 25 year old female, 5 ft 4 Starting Weight 310, current weight 191 sleevie can tolerate almost anything, sometimes red meat gives me a hard time and celery is too stringy. I have had no problems at all, and never feel hungry, I have to remind myself to eat. I still have about 40 pounds til goal, and the weight started coming off slower after about 6 months. My skin has no sagging, no pulling etc, and I am SO glad I made the decision to have this surgery. The worst part was the bloating and gas after surgery but I never even had to use my pain meds so it wasn't that bad. If you are considering this I would recommend it to anyone, its the best thing I have ever done for myself and has changed my whole life! The worst part is remembering i am no longer 300+ pounds, good luck to u!

ive never had any issues with coloring my hair and i did experience heavy hair loss the first few months post op

i get the shot, i have PCOS which is tiny cysts all over my ovaries that caused super heavy periods and the shot makes you stop aving your period all together. I know that's not what all women are looking for but for me it's great. I have had so side effects, no weight gain, no headaches or cramps. i love it!

I also still suffer from the hair problem after losing 120 pounds it is super disappointing but i am dealing with it, and just glad that my periods finally balanced out and are not so heavy anymore. sending you lots of support from another sleever who understands your pain!

im down 120, and dont need anything, but i am not at goal weight yet either and im 25 so i think my skin bounced back well partly because of age.

Hi, I have heard a lot of people have to resubmit their info to insurance, as they were denied the first time. In your case it sounds like it may just be a miscommunication or maybe some pages didnt get faxed through to insurance. I would definitely resubmit! good luck and keep us posted!

Hi Yun! congrats on your weight loss! I know personally for me post op, it was nearly impossible to get in all that protein. My stomach felt like every sip was too much. So i just really tried to focus on water, vitamins and as much protein as possible, which a lot of others on here also had stated. As time goes on it gets easier to ocnsume more protein. I also purchased a clear, tasteless protein powder to mix in with my water, which helped me a lot! Good luck and welcome to the losers bench

I had vsg - 8 months ago i've lost - 111 pounds my goal weight to lose total is - 160lbs & i am -5ft 4in started at 310, currently 199

sorry you are having a rough day! i would recommend a little shopping or a movie, like you said! it was nice to get out and about after surgery and that would be a good way to occupy some time. congrats on your surgery!

i had a bmi of 53 to start and on average i have lost 11lbs a month but i started at 310 lbs. my surgeon said 1lb a week is actually right on target for healthy weight loss but the larger your starting # the more weight you will lose per week. sounds like you are doing perfect i agree though that if you are not getting enough nutrients and water your weight loss will slow down because your body goes into fat storage mode!

I had a stall about 3 months post op for 2 weeks and now at 6 months post op for about a week. They are scary and I thought for sure I must have been doing something wrong, but they always pass and then you see the numbers come down. Don't get discouraged!

amazing!!!! you look great!

im almost 5 months out there is only 4 of us and my poor mother has been worrying herself over what i will eat. i can really have anything just tiny amounts. i skip rolls bread potatoes and any dessert though and instead will have a decaf latte for dessert with skim milk

turkey burgers no bun no sides but with tomato and lettuce and i make it into a turkey patty salad

i never drank coffee until post op but i only get decaf non fat lattes. i get a "short" 8 oz and it lasts me all day

i also was approved within a few days with aetna i am 4 months out now and the bills are starting to come in and so far it has all been super reasonable aetna truely did a great job in my experience! good luck to everyone!!!

omg i am so glad to see this! i am about the same time out and also facing a stall, and feeling very discouraged. my face is a bit thinner but i still wish it would thin out. you look great and i can tell the difference!

Sleeve2B that is so fun! I love all the funny comments about clothes being too big. i was shopping when my friend who i didn't know was they ran up behind me and yelled PULL UP THOSE PANTS YOUNG LADY, YOU HAVE A CASE OF DIAPER BUTT!!! (where your pants sag like a diaper) as far as compliments, a guy at work told me "i like the way your curves are coming out lately" its nice to not be a big fat blob

hmm i am not seeing the attachment i am 4 months out and would love to see the guide!

i started at a full DD and i am barely filling out a D at this time but i went down about 10 inches around my bust so i guess it has to be expected. I actually think my boobs are getting perkier though, they used to be saggy and are kind of shrinking UP :smile1: i am only 4 months out tho i'll take what i can get haha

Hi ladies i am looking for jeans size 10 regular or short. can anyone help??? i am willing to pay shipping and an asking price if you have one. I am just tired of buying jeans in the store where they are so expensive and i keep needing new sizes. i am about 4 months out and have gone down about 70 pounds so if anyone could help it would be greatly appreciated! also i have some 2X and 3X shirts and cute dresses if anyone can use them, i would be willing to post photos for anyone who may be interested :smile1:

i have feet leg and upper back tattoos and 5 months out 70 lbs down they all look exactly the same i would imagine stomach arms etc would change tho

i went to Dr. Posner in Buffalo. very strict but i had amazing staff throughout & he really did a great job on my surgery i really have no scars anymore 3 months out!

hi, and welcome! i went through aetna but had a friend transfer insurances mid way through, and it actually worked in her favor because she didnt have the same requirements from her new insurance! i would print out the aetna requirements and print out your new insurance requirements and see what varies, but your steps you have taken so far should count and aetna was really fast at approving and scheduling me once my 6 months, psych eval, sleep apnea and other few appointments were completed. if you have any more questions about aetna or in general feel free to reach out! good luck ot you and what a perfect time of year to get the gift of a sleeve